The verdict is in. AMD’s latest and greatest CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D, combines the premier gaming chops of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D with the flagship-level productivity performance of the Ryzen 9 9950X into one premium CPU, giving you unprecedented capability to build a no-compromises PC. To allow this beefy chip to stretch its legs and run, you’ll need to give it a premium supporting cast. Here are the best motherboards for an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D from our ROG and TUF Gaming lineups.
Premium boards for a premium CPU: the ROG Crosshair X870E Apex and ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
One of the perks of upgrading to AMD’s latest chips with AMD 3D V-Cache Technology is support for overclocking. The revamped design places the L3 cache chiplet at the bottom of the processor, giving the processing cores more direct access to the heatspreader. The resulting thermal headroom is ready to accommodate your overclocking ambitions — but for the best experience, you’ll want a motherboard that’s equally ready to deliver under pressure.
That’s what you’ll get with ROG Crosshair motherboards. Our most premium options for AMD CPUs, Crosshair boards push the boundaries of design and performance to deliver true enthusiast-grade products for gamers who demand more.
ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
For your AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D, we offer two Crosshair options, one available right away and one coming very soon. The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero can be yours right now, and it’s ready to unleash your new CPU. It boasts a robust power solution with 18+2+2 power stages, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, and premium metallic capacitors. To keep this beefy power solution cool, this board includes massive heatsinks integrated with the I/O cover.
A pair of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots stand ready for the fastest graphics cards of today and tomorrow. 5 total M.2 slots, three of which support PCIe 5.0 drives, allow you to establish a fast, massive storage array, while a SlimSAS connector makes it easy to add even more storage. You’ll find all our latest refinements for installing M.2 drives, including the new M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, and M.2 Q-Slide. And it’s loaded with connectivity options, too: WiFi 7, dual Ethernet ports, two onboard USB4 ports, and much more.
| ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO | |
|---|---|
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16 or @x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4) |
| Storage | 3 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) SlimSAS connector (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 7 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082 ESS® ES9219 Quad DAC |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®) 8 x USB 10Gbps ports (6 x Type-A + 2 x USB Type-C®) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C) with QC 4+ up to 60W 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C) 2 x USB 5Gbps headers (support 4 USB 5Gbps ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers 1 x W_PUMP+ header |
| Availability (US) | ASUS Newegg Amazon Best Buy B&H Micro Center |
| Availability (CA) | ASUS Newegg Best Buy Memory Express |
ROG Crosshair X870E Apex
The ROG Crosshair X870E Apex ups the ante with an even more advanced overclocking feature set. First is the memory layout: to reduce interference to the IMC, it has two DIMM slots instead of four, sacrificing raw capacity to attain record-breaking frequencies.
The motherboard provides the tools for exotic cooling, but you won’t need a canister of liquid nitrogen on your shopping list to appreciate the cooling tech that comes with the ROG Crosshair X870E Apex. The bundled ROG Memory Fan Kit attaches easily to a convenient mounting point on the board and directs a stream of air that runs parallel to your DIMMs. You’ll find a rich selection of headers for your preferred cooling setup, including a W_Pump+ header ready for your custom liquid cooling loop. Flip the Apex over, and you’ll see a key element of its arsenal of cooling technologies. Nearly the entire rear side is sheathed in metal armor, providing structural rigidity and passive cooling.
The ROG Crosshair X870E Apex’s robust toolkit for CPU and memory overclocking claims center stage, but its comprehensive support for cutting-edge graphics card and storage deserves some attention, too. The motherboard features two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots ready for the fastest graphics cards on the market. The ROG Crosshair X870E Apex goes all-in on fast storage, too. Featuring not one but three PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots, this board empowers you to build a blazing-fast storage array.
| ROG Crosshair X870E Apex | |
|---|---|
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 2 x DIMM, Max. 96GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16 or @x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 |
| Storage | Onboard 3 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) ROG DIMM.2 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 7 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080 Savitech SV3H712 AMP |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB4® (40Gbps) ports (2 x USB Type-C®) 6 x USB 10Gbps ports (5 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®) 2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 20Gbps (supports USB Type-C® with up to 60W PD/QC4+)* 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®) 2 x USB 5Gbps headers support 4 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers 2 x 4-pin Full Speed Fan headers 1 x W_PUMP+ header 1 x Extra Flow Fan header |
Gaming prowess in pristine white: the ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi
These two ROG Crosshair boards offer a tempting selection of high-end features, but perhaps you’re planning a white-themed PC. The ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi will give you the blend of showstopping style and muscular performance that you’re looking for.
Draped in white and silver accents set off to perfection by a cobble-gray PCB, the ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi complements your white chassis and components to perfection. While not as fully loaded as the top-end Crosshair models, it’s a proven performer with a robust power solution, support for PCIe 5.0 graphics cards and SSDs, onboard WiFi 7, and much more.
| ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI | |
|---|---|
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 (@x4) |
| Storage | 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 7 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®) 6 x USB 10Gbps ports (5 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C with up to 30W PD Fast-charge) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C) 2 x USB 5Gbps headers (support 4 USB 5Gbps ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers |
| Availability (US) | ASUS Newegg Amazon B&H Micro Center |
| Availability (CA) | Newegg Amazon Memory Express |
Unflinching performance: the TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi
Many gamers out there have a straightforward shopping list when they’re in the market for a new motherboard. They look for boards with unobtrusive style and reliable operation that’s built to go the distance. For these PC builders, we offer the TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi.
The TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi outpaces the competition with its comprehensive feature set and sturdy good looks. Its no-frills aesthetic starts with simple, clean lines and unobtrusive charcoal hues that make it easy for you to coordinate the look of your build. Badges on the integrated I/O shield and across the boards provide understated accents.
This motherboard shares many of the same next-gen features as the higher-end ROG Crosshair and ROG Strix boards. A PCIe Gen 5.0 x16 slot lets you install the highest-end graphics cards of today and tomorrow. A total of four M.2 slots, two wired for PCIe 5.0 and two for PCIe 4.0, let you set up a spacious and speedy storage system. High-performance wireless networking comes courtesy of an onboard WiFi 7 module, while a Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port provides a rock-solid wired connection.
| TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI | |
|---|---|
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x4) |
| Storage | 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) 1 x M.2 2242/2260/2280/22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 7 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®) 3 x USB 10Gbps port (3 x Type-A) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) 1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® with up to 30W PD Fast-charge) 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers 1 x W_PUMP+ header |
| Availability (US) | ASUS Newegg Amazon Best Buy B&H Micro Center |
| Availability (CA) | ASUS Newegg Amazon Best Buy |
Even more contenders for the best motherboard for an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
Looking for even more options as you’re looking for the best motherboard for an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor? We’ve got you covered. Click here to browse our full selection of top-end X870E and X870 motherboards. Prefer something from our value-oriented B850 series instead? Click here to check out our options.